The Japanese Lens in Western Couture

The famous Louis Vuitton logo is reportedly inspired by Samurai clan signs and In 2017 Louis Vuitton initiated a historic collaboration with Kansai Yamamoto integrating samurai theater motifs into French leatherworking. Kansai-san who has also been honored by Gucci, Givenchy, Kenzo, Jean Paul Gautier and Marc Jacobs who calls Kansai-san his mentor. Kansai-san was also the image architect behind iconic looks of David Bowie & Elton John and was even praised by Michael Jackson. Similarly Christian Dior drew directly from Hokusai woodblock prints to structure delicate silk embroidery for mid-century runway presentations. Even England's greatest designer Anthony McQueen was inspired by Samurai armour and art.

Karl Lagerfeld maintained a lifetime dialogue with Japanese textile masters, incorporating raw indigo weaves and architectural pleating into Chanel silhouettes, proving that Eastern structural severity remains the silent spine of modern Western luxury. SØHØ's feature film debut "Destiny: A Star is Reborn" pays homage to the best European luxury houses and the influence and impact Japan had had on their incredible work. Fashion can thus transcend borders and boundaries while still preserving cultural uniqueness.

K- Pop Iconography

The biggest luxury houses have K-Pop ambassadors be it Chanel with Jennie; or Dior and Jimin, or Louis Vuitton and Lisa. Furthermore, in their personal lives, BTS leader RM often wears Yohji Yamamoto, Jungkook and Lisa have prominently worn Issey Miyake and G-Dragon has had a close friendship with Comme Des Garcon. This cross national synergy is celebrated in Destiny: A Star is Reborn - the world's first global K-pop & Couture film.

Cinematic Runway

Europe meets Asia

Paris to Japan Collaborations

To accomplish that ultra glossy high sheen Kpop look, every scene of Destiny features limited edition luxury ensembles from the most prestigious fashion archives—all presented in a respectful and complimentary manner to pay a genuine homage to these celebrated fashion houses

The film uniquely unites the most storied fashion houses of Europe with the most celebrated icons of Asia to bring the world closer together in a singular way. Particular importance is given to the heritage, creativity and excellence behind the fashion houses that have become universally known.

The film honors Dior who studied Hokusai, Karl Lagerfeld who has a great connection to Japan and Virgil, McQueen and others who were all influenced by Japanese culture to nourish their creativity. Louis Vuitton's collabs with Murakami and Kansai are also celebrated and applauded.

Cross-Cultural Fashion Direction

Consultation for luxury houses, museum curators, and cultural institutions on Japanese textile lineage.